Living With A Child With Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Seek A Support Group

It is essential for any parent dealing with a child with ODD to have a solid support system that has their back. Often, it can feel like you’re alone and no one understands your struggle or the amount of stress you as a parent endure, as well as what your child deals with on a daily basis. Friends, neighbors and even some family members may not completely understand ODD and the behavioral issues it comes with, which can make it difficult for you to reach out and ask for help, hence why it is incredibly important to seek a support group comprised of families dealing with the same disorder.

Decreasing the amount of stress in your home is a constant, ongoing process that takes immense effort and is necessary for you, as the parent, to maintain the appropriate level of care that your child needs to overcome their disorder and strengthen their social skills. A support group is vital for any parent who has a child with a behavioral disorder as it is a safe place, free of judgment, where parents can vent their insecurities, discuss different discipline techniques, and unique strategies for coping with their child and family.

Next, learn the different treatments that are available when it comes to living with an ODD child.